Demitasse Spoons

Before discussing the demitasse spoons, let us first understand the term 'demitasse'. Demitasse is a French word that means 'half cup' wherein 'demi' is half and 'tasse' is cup. Demitasse is used to serve strong black coffee without milk and sugar or simply espresso. All those who enjoy the pure taste and aroma of coffee are fans of espresso and do not wish to spoil the taste of the original coffee with added milk and sugar usually enjoy this strong and bitter hot drink called espresso! Espresso drinkers would notice the demitasse or the small-sized cups. To serve small quantity of strong coffee is the purpose behind serving them in demitasse cups as espressos are acidic and consuming it in large quantity or big cups is of course not good for health.

Now that we are clear with the basic concept of demitasse, can you guess what are demitasse spoons? A hint might help, small is the word common to both demitasse and spoons. Assuming that you've guessed it right, yes it means small spoons or to be technically correct it is a part of the cup and saucer arrangement. As the bitter taste of espresso does not necessarily suit everyone's palette, coffee shops offer sugar and along with it or at the side of it one can notice a small spoon, used to mix sugar in the coffee. Remember? Well, those small spoons are called demitasse spoons.

Demitasse Spoons Uses

The main purpose of these spoons is to stir sugar, cream or milk to any hot beverages or drinks and just espresso but also tea, chai and other varieties of coffee such as cappuccino, etc. Besides using it for stirring, it is also sometimes used as a dessert spoon for ice cream, gelato, custard, etc.

Other than the practical uses of it, it is also a popular souvenir and something that many like to collect. Wondering why would anyone want to collect spoons? Well, it is one of the best pieces of cutlery with great designs and patterns of engravings on it, so it is understandable why is it a collector's item and especially, antique demitasse spoons.

Types of Demitasse Spoons

Typically, spoons are made of metal and come in stainless steel and highly polished gold and silver. Although sterling silver spoons are a popular choice for the look that it adds, plastic spoons are also great for practical uses and are also widely used.

Except for the design on the handle, the bowl size and the size and shape of spoons are more or less the same, normally measuring up to 3 to 4 inches and sometimes even a little more than 4 inches. The handles come in a variety of designs and patterns making it look more exquisite and one of the most adorned flatware pieces on the table.

I hope this article has helped you understand the characteristics of these spoons that makes it different from other spoons or any other piece of flatware for that matter. As mentioned earlier, demitasse spoons come in a variety of types, while the plain ones can be used regularly or daily, the rare editions such as vintage spoons that come with intricate designs can be used on special occasions.

And besides the use of course, demitasse spoons are a great attraction to those who are on a look out for some authentic home decor items and for those who love collecting souvenirs. Demitasse spoons are available in the market individually or in single pieces and they also come in a set either as part of tea cups and saucer sets or as a part of a flatware collection.